Membership

NALS was formed in 1929 and was incorporated in 1949 and has been dedicated to members of the legal community ever since. By providing exceptional education opportunities and networking arenas, NALS has continued to be THE association for legal professionals. Whether you are a legal secretary in a local small firm or a senior paralegal in a global firm NALS will offer you opportunities to grow your career. NALS offers sessions and conferences nationwide providing expert education and professional development opportunities.

Along with the education and professional development opportunities NALS members become part of the family. Members build life-long friendships with colleagues from around the country and use these friendships to build both professional and personal relationships. By attending NALS conferences you will be able to interact with members from all types of backgrounds so you can use the diversity of NALS to increase your knowledge and broaden your perspective on ways to do your job and build your career.

While tangible benefits are always great NALS offers you the opportunity to belong to the oldest association for legal support professionals and is the only association that is all-inclusive, giving you a home whether you stay on your current path or branch out into a new opportunity in the field. We feel that by including legal secretaries, paralegals, and legal assistants we can offer a broad perspective on the industry and allow everyone to learn from one another and build their personal networks across all levels.

If you have any questions regarding NALS please contact us and feel free to discuss what we can offer you and your career!
Interested in Joining NALS?
There are several ways for you to apply for membership. Below are the options for applying. Simply click on the option you are most comfortable with and follow the instructions. Remember that by joining NALS you are agreeing to be bound by the NALS Code of Ethics and rofessional Responsibility.
Welcome
to NALS!
Online
Secure Application (credit card payment)
PDF
Application for Download (several payment options, must be
faxed or mailed to NALS)
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